Job Openings at Western Development Company Limited (WDCL)

Work Experience

• Minimum of 5 years as Instrumentation Technician in Oil and Gas industry with experience in Crude oil separation and Gas dehydration.
• Tunu node (Tunu, Ogbotobo, Opukushi and Benisede) SSAGS commissioning experience considered as added advantage.
• Familiarity or experience in SPDC Twister dehydration technology in Tunu shall be considered added advantage

Skills

• Experience in troubleshooting and maintaining instrumentation system on Delta V DCS (Emerson) systems.
• Experience in troubleshooting and maintaining instrumentation systems on Twister gas dehydration technology.
• Experience in troubleshooting and maintaining instrumentation systems on Solar Turbines (Taurus 60, Centaur 40, and Mars 100) and Engines (Waukesha, Caterpillar etc)
• Experience in troubleshooting and maintaining instrumentation systems on Cameron/Howden/Siemens compressors.
• Experience in various process control valves and ESD valves systems maintenance
• Experience in Fire and Gas detection (Honeywell point and open path gas detectors, smoke detectors, Spectrex flame detectors etc) and suppression system maintenance (Turbine enclosure CO2 suppression system)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Alarm management and rationalization experience.
• Experience in Safeguarding systems maintenance
• Experience in Oil, NAG and AG facilities operations

Soft Skills (Added advantage)

• Perform basic computer related activities.
• Knowledge of worksite hazard mgt and permit to work systems.
• Ability to multi-task effectively
• Communication & teamworking.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Good organizational skills
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Self-Motivated and performs under minimal supervision

Roles and Responsibilities

• Ensure performance assurance and proactive health checks of the associated components of the PAS, SIS and Fire & Gas Systems (Point Gas Detector).
• Ensure periodic health checks on Human Machine Interface workstations and Servers. Systems fault diagnosis and recovery.
• Access and interpret Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID); Cause and Effects Matrix (C&E); Process Flow Scheme (PFS); Functional Logic Diagram (FLD); Instrument Loop Drawings (ILD) and Process Engineering Flow Scheme (PEFS) required for fault tracing and issues resolutions.
• Work closely with service Contractor(s) towards safe delivery of vendor-based maintenance jobs.
• Initiate and follow up with spares procurement towards expedited delivery for maintenance execution.
• Ensure technical integrity of assets through Preventive and Corrective Maintenance activities, quality assurance and performance standard verification of safety critical equipment
• Technically support Operations personnel towards plant safe operations.
• Ensure field instrumentation availability and reliability towards meeting business targets on hydrocarbon processing and export operations.
• Maintain Systems availability for the continuous operation of the Flow station and AGG facilities
• Identifying critical spares and follow-up ordering and delivery.
• Integrate with other disciplines to achieve Asset integrity on continuous basis.
• Promotes site safety and continuous hazard identification, mitigation and close-out.
• Other assignments for continuous improvements as exigent.

Work Cycle

• The work location is Swamp-field based accessible via the Helicopter and Boat.
• The job activity period is daily on 12-hour (7am to7pm) routine over a 21-day period.
• There is a standard 3weeks on and 3weeks off schedule.
• The successful candidate will manage own absences with his/her contractor for suitable qualified covers.
• There may be need for periodic visits to Shell industrial area for trainings and official assignments.
• Personnel may be required to work extended hours as need may arises.

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Minimum Requirements

• Trade test Cert (IVQ)/OND/HND in sciences/engineering with 5 – 8year work experience as a field operator or maintenance technician in an oil and gas facility.
• Prior experience in an SPDC location should be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 3 years in a supervisory role within a team
• Ability to read and interpret process engineering flow schemes (PEFS)
• Computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, and word)
• Problem-solving and good analytical skills.
• Knowledge of Process and Personal safety

Skills (Added advantage)

• T_BOSIET certification
• Experience in the maintenance of hydrocarbon and plant processing equipment
• Electrical Maintenance Field Supervisor should be skill in maintenance of HV motors, MOVs, switch gears & MCCs
• Electrical Maintenance Field Supervisor should be an appointed Competent person (SAEP) in Field Operations or other areas/ assets with high voltage installations and experienced in High Voltage Electrical Distribution Network
• Mechanical maintenance field supervisor should have capacity to provide operations with engineering support to troubleshoot all rotating & static equipment problems and provide detailed analysis and recommendation to these problems.
• Mechanical maintenance field supervisor should have basic knowledge/ skill in pump alignment, rotor balancing, clearance checks, machining operation, material selection, etc.
• PACO field supervisor must have competence in General instrumentation and 2 out of the following areas: Delta V DCS/SIS engineering and maintenance; Allen Bradley Systems engineering and maintenance; SMART Systems engineering and maintenance; and DeltaV DCS engineering and maintenance.

Soft Skills

• Onsite Hazards identification and Risk assessment capability.
• Problem-solving and good analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and oral communication skills
• Computer literate (Competent user of Microsoft Office and ability to liaise with programs)
• Knowledge of worksite hazard management
• Ability to multitask effectively
• Good Communication skills & a team player
• Ability to work under pressure with resilience
• Good organizational skills
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Self-motivated and performs under minimal supervision.

Roles and Responsibilities

• The personnel will be responsible for the following:
• Apply the emergency response procedure where and when necessary.
• Report and close out Unsafe Acts and Unsafe Conditions
• Serves as permit to work signatory and administer safe system of work.
• Apply the Health Safety Security and Environment policy, legislations applicable to crude oil transfer and export.
• Carry out first line maintenance on pumps, motors, separators, and valves.
• Adhere to plant operational procedures.
• Execute daily communication and Shift handover.
• Prepare equipment for maintenance interventions plant isolation etc.
• Collaborate with other disciplines to execute planned activities.
• Collaborate with Plant operators to execute front line maintenance activities in the plant.
• Supervise the activities of the frontline maintenance team.
• Troubleshooting of safety critical equipment and control/safeguarding system.
• Supporting the production staff in maintaining facilities.
• Assist the maintenance team to cope with high number of activities to sustain asset integrity/equipment availability.
• Comply with HSE practises and procedures.
• Assist to ensure Technical Integrity and safe operation of new process & utility system to achieve the facility’s objectives.
• Identify any area of new facilities requiring Change Control and document the change proposal.
• Provide specifications for critical spare/or replacement with vendor details (e.g. Hard disc for compressor control, etc)
• Review operating/maintenance procedure under current reality and propose changes.
• Develop (Maintenance Job Routines) MJRs/maintenance procedures and work packs.
• Identify vendor support requirement for equipment maintenance.
• Provide technical support in repairing outstanding mal-functioning equipment (e.g. crude transfer pumps etc)
• Liaison with OEMs for trouble shooting, spare parts, field technical supports etc.
• Support the maintenance (operation) team in all trouble shooting exercises.
• Carryout maintenance routine activities in line with company standards, local and international standards.
• Participate in equipment failure RCA (Root Cause Analysis), investigation and improvement initiatives.
• Participation in MFI (Management Facility Inspections) and HSE meetings
• Close out personal MFI actionsOther assignments for continuous improvements (AMS process application: RCAs, MTO, MEC etc.) as exigent.

Work Cycle

• The work location is North Bank node and accessible via water and Air.
• The job activity period is daily on 12-hour (7am to7pm) routine over a 21-day period.
• There is a standard 3weeks on and 3weeks off schedule.
• The successful candidate will manage own absences with his/her contractor for suitable qualified covers.
• There may be need for periodic visits to Shell industrial area for trainings and official assignments.
• Personnel may be required to work extended hours as need may arises

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• Academics Trade Cert (IVQ) / OND / HND / B.Sc.
• Age < 55 years.
• Start Date 1st March 2025

Work Experience

• 4 to 8yrs hands-on experience in CRO/Field Production Operations.
• Experience in Shell terminal operations (Preferably Forcados Terminal) is a strong prerequisite. This includes handling of crude export operations and good acquaintance, operation, and support maintenance of decades old
• installed equipment in the terminal. Ability to work with a multi-discipline production team.

Key Skills

• Handling of crude export operations liaising with multi-disciplines.
• Accurately calculate export volumes, process export documentation, interfaces with regulators and Government Agents,
• Accurately carryout Fiscalisation of Crude Storage Tanks for Before and After Shipment Analysis
• Support Cargo Preparation through accurate gauging/dipping and sampling for TMB & Composite Analysis
• Support Interface management on the Fixed Roof Tanks through routine Interface checks for Crude Dehydration Tanks & Skim Tanks.
• Facility safety enforcement including Risk identification/mitigation, work crew communication and buddy system.
• Knowledge in safe work practices and use of SOPs
• Experience in operations of field Control and safeguarding systems (pneumatic, hydraulic, and electronic) including sensors, transmitters, actuators and valves.
• Interpretation of process engineering flow schemes and process drawings.
• Shell certified Authorized gas tester
• Shell certified Designated First Aider
• Experienced Shell certified Process Isolator
• Soft Skills Strong Communication & interpersonal relationship skills
• Proficiency in Onsite risk management.
• Proficiency in the use of Permit-To Work System (PTW e-Vision)
• Proficiency in the use of SAP tool
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Tools.
• Proficiency in the use of Universal Tag Tool (UTL)
• Proficiency in the use of PI Manual logger for Front Line Maintenance (FLM) reporting

Roles and Responsibilities

• Operator of Oil terminal assets in a safe and efficient manner in compliance with stipulated guidelines.
• Manage day-to-day production operations field activities and manage safety and environmental issues.
• Monitor, control and record production rates and performance.
• Perform basic troubleshooting on facilities to ensure stability.
• Optimized effluent quality of produced water for environmentally safe discharge.
• Support collation of production/ flare daily report data
• Perform daily first line monitoring of process parameters and variables.
• Ensure optimized chemical injection rates are followed as advised.
• Observe local instruments, gauges, and meters to verify conformance to standard operating practice.
• Responsible for preparing equipment for maintenance including isolation, draining, and other procedures as required.
• Execute routine production and maintenance operations and minor non-routine production and Maintenance activities as directed by his Team Supervisor
• Responsible for process isolation etc., for day-to-day maintenance work.
• Perform daily check and minor maintenance based on the check list etc.
• Collaborate with the maintenance team on assigned tasks and activities.
• Take requested samples for Lab analyses.
• Participate in monthly HSSE-SP meeting and daily toolbox meeting.
• Raise unsafe act and unsafe condition (UA/UC).

Work Cycle

• Successful candidate will hit the ground running working on a mix of equipment most over two decades old with less OEM support but on gradual upgrade.
• The work location is Swamp-field based accessible via the Helicopter/ Boat.
• The job activity period is daily on 12-hour (7am to7pm) routine over a 21-day period.
• There is a standard 3weeks on and 3weeks off schedule but subject to variations.
• The successful candidate will manage own absences with his/her contractor for suitable qualified covers.
• The successful candidate is expected to be Port Harcourt/Warri based.
• There may be need for periodic visits to Shell industrial area for trainings and official assignments.
• Personnel may be required to work extended hours / days as need may arises.

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Minimum Requirements

• Trade Test Cert (IVQ)/OND/HND/ University Degree with 3 – 8year work experience as a field operator in an oil and gas facility or SSCE/WAEC with a minimum of 10 years plus IVQ work experience as a field operator in an oil and gas facility.
• Minimum of one year: as a Drains/Front Line Maintenance/Instrument air and fuel gas/Intake operator/Last Line of Defense operations/Facility Maintenance personnel/facility Control Room Operator/Hydrocarbon Oil accountant/Radio Operator in managing Export Interface
• Ability to read and interpret process engineering flow schemes (PEFS)
• Computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, and word)
• Problem-solving and good analytical skills.
• Basic Knowledge of Terminal Operations
• Basic knowledge of Process and Personal safety
• Basic knowledge of Oil recovery operations

Skills

• Control Room Operator:
• T_BOSIET/HUET certification
• Experience in the operation of 3 phase separators, compressors, pumps and other crude oil processing equipment
• A good understanding of the working principles of field instrumentation and process automation systems.
• Process Operations Technician
• T_BOSIET/HUET certification
• Experience in offshore operations
• Experience in crude oil fiscal measurement activities
• Experience in the Enclosed Flare management and management of Operational Registers.

Utility – Instrument Air System

• T_BOSIET/HUET certification
• Experience in maintenance of air compressors.
• A good understanding of the working principles of field instrumentation and process automation systems.

Utility – Water Treatment System

• T_BOSIET/HUET certification
• Experience in maintenance of pumps, sight glass, and valves
• Experience in managing Chemical Injection for improved Water Effluent quality
• A good understanding of the working principles of field instrumentation and process automation systems.
• Hydrocarbon Accountant
• T_BOSIET/HUET certification
• Experience in preparation of documents for crude oil export
• Experience in preparation of Fiscalisation report

Soft Skills

• Onsite Hazards identification and Risk assessment capability.
• Problem-solving and good analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and oral communication skills
• Ability to work in a diverse team.
• Self-Motivated and performs under minimal supervision.
• Ability to trend and analyze data sets.
• Ability to understand and perform production operations (volume, pressure) calculation.
• Ability to understand unit of various variables i.e., pressure, volume, flowrate etc.
• Ability to work in a diverse team and with external stake holders.

Roles and Responsibilities

• The Field Operator services support will also be responsible for the following:
• Apply the emergency response procedure where and when necessary.
• Report and close out Unsafe Acts and Unsafe Conditions
• Serves as permit to work signatory and administer safe system of work.
• Apply the Health Safety Security and Environment policy, legislations applicable to crude oil transfer and export.
• Carry out first line maintenance on pumps, motors, separators, and valves.
• Adhere to plant operational procedures.
• Start-up and Shutdown of Oil and Gas facilities
• Perform daily first line monitoring of process parameters and variables.
• Execute daily communication and Shift handover.
• Prepare equipment for maintenance interventions plant isolation etc.
• Collaborate with other disciplines to execute planned activities.
• Collaborate with Plant operators to execute front line maintenance activities in the plant.
• Perform proper housekeeping within the plant.
• Serve as focal point for operational registers.
• Maintain defective equipment register for plant.
• Direct the operation of the vacuum truck.

Work Cycle

• The work location is Forcados Oil Terminal accessible via water and Air.
• The job activity period is daily on a 12-hour (7 am to7pm) routine over a 21-day period.
• There is a standard 3weeks on and 3weeks off schedule.
• The successful candidate will manage own absences with his/her contractor for suitably qualified covers.
• There may be need for periodic visits to Shell industrial area for trainings and official assignments.
• Personnel may be required to work extended hours as need may arises

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Minimum Requirements

• Experience in SPDC Northbank Node and CPF Operations will be added advantage.
• OND/HND in sciences/engineering with 3 – 8year work experience as a field operator in an oil and gas facility or SSCE/WAEC with a minimum of 10 years work experience as a field operator in an oil and gas facility.
• Minimum of 1 year: as a Front Line Maintenance/ process Area operations/ /Control Room Operator
• Ability to read and interpret process engineering flow schemes (PEFS)
• Computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, and word)
• Problem-solving and good analytical skills.
• Basic Knowledge of Flow Station and Gas Plant Operations
• Basic knowledge of Process and Personal safety

Skills

• Control Room Operator:
• T_BOSIET certification
• Experience in the operation of separators, compressors, pumps and other crude oil processing equipment
• A good understanding of the working principles of field instrumentation and process automation systems.

Front Line Mtce

• T_BOSIET certification
• Experience in the maintenance of hydrocarbon processing equipment.
• Mechanical discipline bias

Soft Skills

• Onsite Hazard identification and Risk assessment capability.
• Problem-solving and good analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and oral communication skills
• Ability to work in a diverse team.
• Self-Motivated and performs under minimal supervision.
• Ability to trend and analyze data sets.
• Ability to understand and perform production operations (volume, pressure) calculation.
• Ability to understand unit of various variables i.e., pressure, volume, flowrate etc.
• Ability to work in a diverse team and with external stake holders.

Roles and Responsibilities

• The Field Operator services support will be responsible for the following:
• Apply the emergency response procedure where and when necessary.
• Report and close out Unsafe Acts and Unsafe Conditions
• Serves as permit to work signatory and administer safe system of work.
• Apply the Health Safety Security and Environment policy, legislations applicable to crude oil transfer and export.
• Carry out first line maintenance on pumps, motors, separators, and valves.
• Adhere to plant operational procedures.
• Start-up and Shutdown of Oil and Gas facilities
• Perform daily first line monitoring of process parameters and variables.
• Execute daily communication and Shift handover.
• Prepare equipment for maintenance interventions plant isolation etc.
• Collaborate with other disciplines to execute planned activities.
• Collaborate with Plant operators to execute front line maintenance activities in the plant.
• Perform proper housekeeping within the plant.
• Serve as focal point for operational registers.
• Maintain defective equipment register for plant.

Work Cycle

• The work location is North Bank Node is accessible via water and Air.
• The job activity period is daily on 12-hour (7am to7pm) routine over a 21-day period.
• There is a standard 3weeks on and 3weeks off schedule.
• The successful candidate will manage own absences with his/her contractor for suitable qualified covers.
• There may be need for periodic visits to Shell industrial area for trainings and official assignments.
• Personnel may be required to work extended hours as need may arises

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Work Experience

• Minimum 4 to 8yrs hands-on experience as an Operations Support, Field Operations Technician or CRO in an Oil and Gas-producing field.
• Must have at least five (5) years’ experience in Otumara Node Operations.

Key Skills

• Handling crude export operations liaising with multi-disciplines.
• Accurately calculate export volumes, process export documentation, interface with regulators and Government Agents.
• Operate Delta DCS, Oil Saver Pit System, Export Pumps, Air Compressor and GTC etc.
• Facility safety enforcement including Risk identification/mitigation, work crew communication and buddy system.
• Knowledge in safe work practices and use of SOPs.
• Experience in field Control and safeguarding systems (pneumatic, hydraulic and electronic) operations including sensors, transmitters, actuators and valves.
• Interpretation of process engineering flow schemes and process drawings.
• Shell-certified Authorized gas tester.
• Shell certified Designated First Aider.

Soft Skills

• Strong Communication & interpersonal relationship skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Problem-solving and good analytical skills.
• Strong work ethic.
• Team player.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Operator of Oil and gas assets in a safe and efficient manner in compliance with stipulated guidelines.
• Manage day-to-day production operations field activities and manage safety and environmental issues.
• Monitor and record production rates and performance.
• Optimized effluent quality of produced water for environmentally safe discharge.
• Perform basic troubleshooting on wells and facilities to ensure stability.
• Perform daily First Line Monitoring (FLM) of process variables/parameters.
• Ensure optimized chemical injection rates are followed as advised.
• Observe local instruments, gauges, and meters to verify conformance to standard operating practice.
• Responsible for preparing equipment for maintenance including isolation, draining, and other procedures as required.
• Execute routine production operations and minor non-routine production activities as directed by Team Supervisor.
• Perform daily check and minor maintenance based on the check list etc.
• Collaborate with the maintenance team on assigned tasks and activities.
• Take requested samples for Lab analyses.
• Participate in monthly HSSE-SP meeting and daily toolbox meeting
• Carry out Inlet manifold pressure checks.
• Collect wellhead fluid sample of flowing strings.
• Report unsafe act and unsafe condition (UA/UC).
• Perform periodic well integrity assurance tasks and activities.
• Bean inspection/change out and Bean inventory management.
• Good knowledge of Ensure Safe production (ESP) – Proactive monitoring and alarm management.

Work Cycle

• Successful candidate will hit the ground running working on a mix of equipment most over two decades old with less OEM support but on gradual upgrade.
• The work location is Otumara Node based in West Shell Facilities accessible via Air or Water.
• The job activity period is daily on 12-hour (7am to7pm) routine over a 21-day period.
• There is a standard 3-weeks on and 3-weeks off schedule.
• The successful candidate will manage own absences with his/her contractor for suitable qualified covers.
• The successful candidate is expected to be Port Harcourt/Warri based
• There may be need for periodic visits to Shell industrial area for trainings and official assignments.
• Personnel may be required to work extended hours / days as need may arises.

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Work Experience

• 4 to 8yrs hands-on experience in Terminal Radio Room Operations.
• Experience in Shell terminal operations (Forcados Terminal) is a strong prerequisite. This includes handling of crude export operations and good acquaintance with radio communication and its equipment. Maintains logs and record keeping.

Key Skills

• Handling of crude export operations liaising with multi-disciplines.
• Accurately calculate the hourly export volumes and rates during tanker loading operation. Process export documentation, interfaces with regulators and Government Agents.
• Facility safety enforcement including Risk identification/mitigation, work crew communication and buddy system.
• Knowledge in safe work practices and use of SOPs
• Shell certified Designated First Aider

Soft Skills

• Strong Communication & interpersonal relationship skills
• Proficiency in writing and with good command of English.
• Proficiency in the use of Permit-To Work System (PTW e-Vision)
• Generating daily Marine operations report.
• Collation of data and monitoring

Roles and Responsibilities

• Operator of Oil terminal assets in a safe and efficient manner in compliance with stipulated guidelines.
• Establish and maintain regular contact with all infield Marine vessels.
• Monitor all infield activities and demand for regular information updates.
• Maintain chronological records of all infield activities appropriately.
• Maintain station logs of all radio communications transmitted infield correctly.
• Compile vessels daily bunker consumption data for monitoring with effective utilization.
• Maintain contact with export tankers, Crude Loading Platform (CLP) and all operational vessels located offshore and onshore.
• Monitor and communicate Marine Coordinator’s instructions to vessels.
• Provide first response in the event of an emergency and keep contemporaneous records of all happenings.
• Raise unsafe act and unsafe condition (UA/UC).
• Report incidents, potential hazards, or abnormal situation to the Marine Coordinator.

Work Cycle

• Successful candidate will hit the ground running working.
• The work location is Swamp-field based accessible via the Helicopter.
• The job activity period is daily on 24-hours with work shift (6am to 6pm & 6pm to 6am) routine over a 21-day period.
• The successful candidate will manage own absences with his/her contractor for suitable qualified covers.
• The successful candidate is expected to be Port Harcourt/Warri based.
• There may be need for periodic visits to Shell industrial area for trainings and official assignments.
• Personnel may be required to work extended hours / days as need may arises.